Pancreatic cystic lesions in diabetes mellitus patients

Objectives According to literature and previous data from our department, exocrine pancreatic insufficiency is relatively common among patients with diabetes mellitus (DM). Marked alterations in the exocrine pancreas are observed in patients with DM, including changes in size, morphology, and histology. Atrophy of the gland and acini, lymphocytic infiltration, moderate to severe fibrosis, and fatty changes are usually noted. Pseudocysts are the most common cystic lesions and may be formed in the setting of acute or chronic pancreatitis.

Source: Pancreatology - June 1, 2018 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Michal Lipinski, Martyna Rozek, Marta Sznurkowska, Ewa Jozefik, Malgorzata Degowska, Grazyna Rydzewska Tags: 7. Cystic lesions of the pancreas Source Type: research